Best of Santa Maria Novella Basilica: No-Wait Audio Tour
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Highlights
Discover Santa Maria Novella in Florence: a journey through art, faith, and wonder.
Enter a world of wonders behind the historic walls of Santa Maria Novella , one of Florence's most fascinating treasures . With your skip-the-line ticket and the official, immersive portable audio guide , you can explore the city at your own pace, away from the crowds, discovering the authentic soul of this extraordinary place.
The facade that inspired Michelangelo
Begin your journey beneath the iconic Renaissance façade that inspired Michelangelo. Inside, the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella unfolds like a sacred tapestry: Romanesque and Gothic forms blend in perfect harmony, guiding you toward masterpieces that changed the history of art.
Masterpieces that tell the history of Florence
Admire Masaccio's groundbreaking Trinity, Giotto's poignant Crucifix , and Brunelleschi's elegant reinterpretation. Pause in the Tornabuoni Chapel , where Ghirlandaio , mentor to the young Michelangelo, immortalized Florence's golden age in vivid detail and profound human emotion.
Cloisters, frescoes and living spirituality
Wander through serene, sun-kissed cloisters , enter chapels adorned with ancient frescoes , and discover hidden layers of faith, power, and beauty . Hear the stories of the Dominican friars , who still preach here today, and discover how they once shaped the city's spiritual and political life. Trace the legacy of the Strozzi , the Medici , and the artists they commissioned, as the secrets of Florence's past echo around you.
A journey between art and emotion
From Botticelli's intimate Nativity to Paolo Uccello's ethereal Green Cloister , each space tells a unique story. Your official audio guide brings these voices to life, revealing not only the art, but also the human dramas and passions that animate it.
This visit to Santa Maria Novella is not just a cultural experience: it is a moment suspended in time , an invitation to experience the best of Florence with intimacy, depth, and wonder.
Highlights
- Skip the line at the ticket office and get direct access
- Explore at your own pace with an engaging official portable audio guide
- Feel each story come to life with evocative narration
- Admire Renaissance and medieval masterpieces by Masaccio, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Giotto and others
- Discover the spirituality and secrets of the oldest Dominican basilica in Florence
- Discover hidden chapels and mysterious frescoes away from the crowds
- Immerse yourself in the powerful stories of the Medici family intrigues
- Discover the most extraordinary portraits of the Renaissance upper class and take a one-of-a-kind selfie.
What is included?
- Entry ticket to Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Cloisters
- Pre-booking reservation ticket and agency fees
- Priority access
- Immersive official portable audio guide
What is there to know?
- Comfortable shoes are recommended; appropriate attire for visiting places of worship is recommended. Shorts or sleeveless shirts are not permitted.
- This is a self-guided tour — no physical escort is included.
The tour includes a dedicated portable audio guide; no mobile apps or personal headphones are required.
Mandatory rules inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella:
- Smoking prohibited
- It is forbidden to consume food or drinks;
- Behave in a respectful and appropriate manner;
- Keep silent;
- Wear appropriate clothing;
- Place umbrellas or objects that could damage the works in the designated umbrella stands or at the entrance;
- It is forbidden to use cell phones inside the church;
- No animals allowed;
- Do not leave bags, backpacks or personal effects inside the church;
- Do not go beyond the safety ropes of the works;
- Do not touch the works in the building;
- Respect the security staff and all other people present;
- Supervise any children, disabled, elderly or not completely self-sufficient people placed under your responsibility;
- Taking photos or videos with a tripod or flash is prohibited;
- For security reasons, bulky luggage or trolleys are not permitted in the complex.
Openings
Start time: 11:15 (Monday to Saturday) - 12:00 (Friday) - 14:00 (Sunday)
- Visit the museum in complete freedom
Meeting point
Check in 15 minutes before your selected entry time at the meeting point in Piazza Stazione n. 4 (behind the Basilica), at the Ticket Office.
Show your voucher to receive your ticket and audio guide.
Cancellation policies
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the activity date
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